2019 won’t be kind to semiconductor stocks, but you might still make money with this strategy A cyclical downturn is likely to favor companies that deploy capital most efficientlyA cyclical downturn is likely to favor companies that deploy capital most efficiently.

Rioting in France cuts growth forecastPARIS -- The French economy will grow more slowly than originally projected in the last quarter of the year due to the violent protests across the country, adding to pressure on President Emmanuel Macron to deliver a strong response in a highly anticipated address to the nation Monday evening.

French protests blamed for cut in growth forecastPARIS--The French economy will grow slower than originally projected in the last quarter of the year, the Bank of France said Monday, apparently blaming protests across France for projected decreases in industrial production across many sectors.

At a time of market volatility, beware of rogue advisers who play on your fears ‘Proceed with caution when you sense that someone is trying to sell fear’‘Proceed with caution when you sense that someone is trying to sell fear.’

Staff departures at Bloomberg News fuel speculation of sale Company could be sold if Michael Bloomberg runs for presidentBloomberg News has quietly shed dozens of experienced reporters and editors this year — including some of its most senior staff — as its owner Michael Bloomberg considers selling its parent company ahead of a possible presidential run, The Post has learned.

Fox News host Sean Hannity’s advice about cooperating with the FBI: Don’tBreathless Trump supporter Sean Hannity clearly has a real problem with how Robert Mueller is running his investigation into Russian collusion, and he’s got a message for those thinking about cooperating with the FBI:

France to announce delay on fuel tax hike after violent riots: reportsFrench Prime Minister Edouard Philippe will announce a suspension of fuel tax hikes, a major flip by the leadership in an apparent effort to appease a violent protest movement that has radicalized and plunged Paris into chaos last weekend, French media reported Tuesday. Both Le Monde newspaper and France Info radio said the planned increase will be suspended for several months. Philippe is also expected to announce later Tuesday other measures aimed at easing tensions, just three weeks after insisting that the government would not change course and remained determined to help wean French consumers off polluting fossils fuels, the Associated Press said. Prominent Socialist figure Segolene Royal, a former candidate for president, lauded Philippe's decision but said it came too late. Far-right leader Marine Le Pen tweeted that the decision didn't go far enough. Facing the most serious street protests since his election in May 2017, President Emmanuel Macron has canceled a two-day trip to Serbia to stay in France this week.

Mr. Money Mustache says Suze Orman has it wrong on financial independence and early retirement Why you shouldn’t be fearful — and why you should ride a bicycleFIRE comes down to ‘complete freedom to be the best, most powerful, energetic, happiest and most generous version of You that you can possibly be’ and doesn’t depend on how much money you earn.

Why investors are cheering Italy, Brexit headlines for a change — though it might not last Still plenty of room for conflict aheadItaly’s government gives some ground in its budget battle with Brussels and the European Union and Britain completed terms of a tentative Brexit pact, providing global equities and other assets perceived as risky a leg up on Monday. But sentiment remains fragile.

Elon Musk shares his terrifying vision of ‘assassin drones’Elon Musk, in a ranging interview aired on Sunday night on “Axios on HBO,” talked about how Tesla was “bleeding money like crazy” and almost went under earlier this year. But the chat took a dark turn when he started talking about the scary future — and present — of artificial intelligence:

Misguided share buybacks are hollowing out companies’ balance sheets and will lead to even bigger stock-market trouble GE’s troubles are a reliable signal of trouble ahead for U.S. companiesNo bubble in today’s stock market is as overblown and as unjustified as the one in share buybacks.

The secrets to being an awesome negotiator like Taylor Swift Taylor Swift has a ‘Reputation’ for getting what she wants. Here’s how you can do the same.Taylor Swift has a ‘Reputation’ for getting what she wants. Here’s how you can do the same.

Pandora, Spotify look to podcasts to boost profitsSpotify and Pandora are looking to expand beyond music streaming and into the world of podcasting, as they aim to capture more of consumers' listening time and, eventually, boost their profit margins.

Apple’s stock bounces back after analyst says investors should buy the dip Shares set to snap 5-day losing streak as market cap climbs back above $900 billion.Apple shares bounce, as they attempt to snap a five-day losing streak, after Morgan Stanley analyst Katy Huberty said the recent weakness has been an overreaction to sales warnings from smartphone suppliers, creating a buying opportunity.

Mueller probes Trump ally Roger Stone for witness intimidation: WSJSpecial Counsel Robert Mueller is probing whether former Trump adviser Roger Stone tried to intimidate a witness who contradicted Stone's account of his relationship with Wikileaks, . Stone had previously said he was in contact with Wikileaks during the 2016 presidential campaign, but he has since claimed he was exaggerating. He has also said most of what he knew about Wikileaks he learned from radio personality Randy Credico, an assertion Credico has disputed. An irate Stone threatened Credico in emails to "sue the f--" out of him, saying he was a "loser a liar and a rat," the Journal reported. Wikileaks released purloined Democratic emails in 2016 that damaged Hillary Clinton politically.

Trump Today: President names regulatory czar Rao for Kavanaugh court vacancy and attacks Macron Trump says Secret Service kept him from visiting cemetery President Donald Trump named Neomi Rao to fill Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s vacant seat on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, as he went on the attack against French President Emmanuel Macron.

British pound rallies as U.K. and EU agree to avoid hard Irish border: reportThe British pound extended its gains on Tuesday as U.K. and European Union officials found an agreement to avoid a so-called hard border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, . The report said negotiations regarding the border had concluded. Earlier, Bloomberg reported that a . The border debate has long been one of the most controversial issues hamstringing the negotiations between the U.K. and the European Union. Sterling extended its rally and climbed to $1.3005 on the back of the report, versus $1.2851 late Monday in New York. The euro-sterling pair weakened 0.7% to £0.8672. The U.K.'s main stock benchmark, the FTSE 100 was flat at 7050.95 following the report, while the yield for the 10-year British government bond was up 6.9 basis points to 1.510%, according to Tradeweb data.

Trump Today: President says he hasn’t spoken with Whitaker about Russia probe, signs proclamation limiting asylum Trump criticizes a number of reportersPresident Donald Trump on Friday tried to distance himself from the person he named to be acting attorney general as he signed a proclamation limiting asylum.

Trump threatens more reporters’ credentials as he slams ‘stupid’ questioningPresident Donald Trump hinted Friday he could revoke more journalists’ White House credentials, as he called one reporter a “loser” and accused another of asking a “stupid question.”

American Express launches new Business Gold Card with flexible repayment feature The new product incorporates elements of charge cards and credit cardsThe new product incorporates elements of charge and credit cards.

Meet 5 midterm candidates running with student debt in mind—and in their lives Helping other borrowers manage their loans is an inspiration for some to get politicalHelping other borrowers manage their loans is an inspiration for some to get political.

How do you know if you have a ‘Top Doctor’ or an incompetent, unethical one? Some ways you can avoid a medical catastropheThe real story behind those Yelp stars and ‘Best Doctor’ lists — and when to be suspicious.

Cop killer in Trump video was released by Sheriff Joe | Longest-serving Republican congressman behind in poll Some Republicans fear Trump’s immigration focus before election may backfireA video tweeted by President Donald Trump is incorrect in suggesting that Democrats are solely responsible for an immigrant cop killer’s presence in the U.S., according to multiple published reports.

Vote against ‘every single’ Republican, columnist urges | Senate candidates dodge on Trump’s birthright citizenship plan Final Georgia gubernatorial debate canceled Columnist Max Boot — a former Republican — writes in the Washington Post that there’s one thing to do if voters are as “sick and tired” as he is of the current political environment: “vote against all Republicans.”

Democrats ‘will win’ the House, Pelosi predicts | George Conway calls Trump plan to end birthright citizenship unconstitutional Republican Braun has slim lead over Donnelly in Indiana Senate poll House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi predicted Democrats “will carry the House” in next week’s midterm elections in an appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.”

Paul Ryan: ‘You cannot end birthright citizenship with an executive order’ House speaker shoots down Trump’s latest claim, notes it would violate 14th AmendmentHouse Speaker Paul Ryan on Tuesday threw cold water on President Donald Trump’s plan to unilaterally end the constitutional right to citizenship for babies born in the United States to non-citizens.

Can a drone save your life? Possibly The nearest ambulance is 30 minutes away. Meanwhile, a drone arrives with a medical kitA team of doctors is working on drone technology that could get emergency care to remote areas faster.

American Tower tops estimates in latest quarter American Tower Corp. (AMT) reported profit of $367 million, or 83 cents a share, in the third quarter, as the company, which owns wireless, radio and other towers, said billings growth in the U.S. driven by investments in high-speed mobile technology, helped drive growth.

Quarles says it’s better for Fed to keep on path of rate hikes than assume economy has higher potentialWhile the productive capacity of the U.S. economy may be increasing, it’s better for the Federal Reserve to continue on its path of steady interest-rate hikes until there’s strong evidence of it, a key official said Thursday.

North Dakota Sen. Heitkamp apologizes for sex-abuse ad North Dakota Sen. Heidi Heitkamp on Tuesday apologized for a campaign ad that included the identities of alleged victims of sexual assault who did not give permission for their names to be used. In a local radio interview, the Democratic senator said her campaign's use of the women's names was "incompetent and "should have never happened." Heitkamp appears to have fallen sharply behind a Republican rival in her big for reelection in the conservative-leaning state. The ad in question took aim at her opponent, Kevin Kramer, criticizing comments he made after Brett Kavanaugh was narrowed approved by the Senate for a seat on the Supreme Court. Heitkamp voted against Kavanaugh. Kramer has defended Kavanaugh and said he would have voted for him.

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